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The Role of Crowns and Bridges in Modern Dentistry

Noble House

August 28, 2024

Blog, Canton family dental, restorative dentistry

At Admire Dental Canton, we are dedicated to restoring not just smiles but also confidence and function through comprehensive dental care. Today, we want to focus on two pivotal services we offer: crowns and bridges. These treatments are foundational in restorative dentistry and can be the solution to various dental issues, from damaged teeth to missing gaps. Let’s delve into how crowns and bridges work and why they might be the right choice for your dental health needs.

Understanding Dental Crowns: More Than Just a Cover

A dental crown is essentially a cap placed over a tooth that’s either damaged or decayed. Crowns restore the tooth’s shape, size, strength, and appearance. The need for a crown arises in several scenarios:

• To protect a weak tooth from breaking or to hold together parts of a cracked tooth
• To restore an already broken tooth or a tooth that has been severely worn down
• To cover and support a tooth with a large filling when there isn’t a lot of tooth left
• To hold a dental bridge in place
• To cover misshapened or severely discolored teeth
• To cover a dental implant

Admire Dental Canton uses state-of-the-art materials for crowns, including porcelain and ceramic, which can be matched to the color of your natural teeth. This means that besides serving a functional purpose, crowns also provide a cosmetic solution, leading to a natural and appealing appearance.

Bridging the Gap with Dental Bridges

Dental bridges, on the other hand, serve to fill the space left by one or more missing teeth. A bridge is composed of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap — these anchoring teeth are referred to as abutment teeth — and a false tooth/teeth in between. Like crowns, the materials used in bridges can include porcelain, ceramics, or even metal alloys, chosen to enhance the strength and appearance of your teeth.

The benefits of dental bridges include:

• Restoring your smile
• Reestablishing proper chewing and speaking
• Maintaining the shape of your face
• Distributing the forces in your bite properly by replacing missing teeth
• Preventing remaining teeth from drifting out of position

Why Choose Crowns and Bridges?

Choosing crowns and bridges for restoring damaged or missing teeth can significantly improve not just your dental health but your overall quality of life. These treatments help prevent future dental complications, such as bite misalignments and jaw pain, which can arise from unattended damaged or missing teeth.

Moreover, with advances in dental technology, getting crowns and bridges at Admire Dental Canton has become a more streamlined and comfortable process. We ensure that each step, from the initial consultation to the final fitting, is done with the utmost care and precision, aimed at delivering the best results.

Visit Admire Dental Canton for Your Consultation

If you’re considering dental restoration options such as crowns or bridges, or if you simply want more information about these procedures, we invite you to book a consultation with us. At Admire Dental Canton, we are eager to help you understand your options and support you in choosing the right treatment for your dental needs.

Don’t wait to restore your smile and confidence. Visit our website or contact us today to explore how crowns and bridges can transform your dental health and help you smile with confidence again.